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Executive to Fill Vacancies
The UBCM Executive has decided to fill three vacancies as a result of the recent local government elections - Vancouver Metro Area Representative and two Directors at Large, as provided for within UBCM bylaws and policies. Read more
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Provincial and Federal Housing Announcements
The Province is further implementing its 30-point Homes for BC plan, announcing: 4,900 mixed-rental units under the Building BC: Community Housing Fund; housing size restrictions for the ALR; and regulations for a new condo and strata assignment register. The federal government has announced a redesigned homelessness strategy backed by $2.2 billion over 10 years.
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Evacuation Route Planning Grant
The deadline to apply for this Community Emergency Preparedness Fund grant is Friday, November 30th. This funding stream will help communities develop Evacuation Route Plans to successfully undertake evacuation operations during an emergency. The maximum funding available is $25,000. The
Program and Application Guide and Application Form are available for download.
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Budgeting for Increases to RCMP Compensation
RCMP member unionization will likely lead to an increase in policing costs for communities that utilize RCMP policing services. Local governments must also be cognisant that RCMP member pay has been frozen for nearly two years, and plan accordingly with regards to the retroactive financial impacts. Read more
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UBCM Executive Meeting Highlights
The UBCM Executive held its first, quarterly board meeting on November 15-16, 2018. Seven committees met to set priorities and work plans for the coming year. Executive members adopted goals and priorities, held an orientation session, and confirmed direction for filling vacancies on the Executive following the 2018 local government elections. Read more
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Regional Pilot Focuses on Entrepreneur Immigration
Is your community interested in attracting new business entrepreneurs? The Ministry of Jobs, Trade and Technology has introduced the Entrepreneur Immigration-Regional Pilot under the BC Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
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